The posting
Overview Premier League Studios is seeking a Junior Motion Designer to play a key role in our fan development strategy across the Premier League’s owned and operated channels, using motion design and visual storytelling to make the game more accessible, engaging and understandable for new and casual audiences.
Working closely the Midweight Motion Designer, you will develop content that feels native to the platform, learning what works, why it works, and how great design can elevate storytelling.
We're looking for a hungry, ambitious designer looking to take the next step, with a strong eye for social content, and a desire to continually improve. You will be given the opportunity to learn from experienced creatives, take on increasing responsibility, and develop into a trusted creative contributor within Premier League Studios.
Who we are The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 1.2 billion homes in 189 countries.
In November 2024, the Premier League announced it was establishing a new in-house media operations business launching at the start of the 2026/27 Premier League Season. Premier League Studios will be responsible for all international media content production and distribution, providing a best-in-class content service to the Premier League’s partners and millions of passionate fans around the world.
Premier League Studios is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.
Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week, where possible. You will be expected to attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements.
The role
- Take briefs from Producers, Editors and senior creatives, bringing them to life through motion design, editing and visual storytelling.
- Create social-first content across Field of Play and off-pitch output, ensuring creative feels appropriate to the platform and audience.
- Use motion design, graphics and editing techniques, including grading, transitions and effects, to create engaging content.
- Use design and motion to add context, clarity and storytelling, helping audiences understand and connect with the game and narrative.
- Support the development of creative solutions across both field-of-play and off-pitch content.
- Build motion graphics templates and support Assistant Producers and Editors to self-service content efficiently.
- Respond to live moments and contribute to content that may be briefed, created and published within minutes or hours.
- Participate in weekend work and matchday operations, supporting live football content in a fast-paced editorial environment.
- Work closely with Producers, Editors and senior creatives to interpret briefs and deliver content against creative objectives.
- Contribute positively to a collaborative team culture, sharing ideas, inspiration and creative references.
Requirements for the role
- A passion for social content, motion design and visual storytelling.
- A strong eye for design, motion and storytelling, with the ability to create content that captures attention and connects with audiences.
- Understanding of social media platforms, with curiosity around what makes content perform across different channels.
- Curiosity around content performance, audience insights and platform trends, using feedback and results to continuously improve creative output.
- Understanding of how audiences consume content across social platforms and how this should shape creative output.
- Understanding of the role design can play in improving comprehension, retention and accessibility for audiences who may be less familiar with the sport.
- Ability to work at pace in a high-volume, fast-moving environment where priorities can change quickly.
- Organised and adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities and respond positively to feedback.
- Ambitious, motivated and eager to develop, with a proactive approach to learning and taking on new challenges.
- Willingness to seek feedback proactively and learn from more experienced team members.
- Ability to build strong working relationships across the team and contribute to maintaining high creative standards.
- Curiosity for social design trends, creative references and emerging formats, with the ability to apply relevant learnings to your work.
Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance.
Premier League Studios is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.
To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Sunday 22 November 2026.
We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact [email protected].
